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Message: [QUOTE="Tim K, post: 3444850, member: 9912"] I’m not fully convinced it’s merely about a weak minded playing group, or players not wanting to put in. I accept it can definitely be an issue. But I also think that it’s just a sentiment we hear a lot, but is mostly a misnomer. I think back in the day it was a more relevant point, when the technicalities of the game weren’t so much in the spotlight. Also in Origin, where the class of teams are so similar, it often does comes down to who want sit more. But now. I think there is just a big gap in some of the coaching techniques, and skill reinforcement of different teams, for a game that is becoming so nuanced in how it’s officiated. I do think teams can still dig in and put in a real physical and mentally effective performance against the odds. Case in point is a few Tigers performances this year. But that won’t carry a team through a whole season when there are other technical deficiencies. So with the disparity of elite coaching structures (and players), and with the tempo of game we now have, I don’t think the difference comes down attitude and grit anymore. And as a team, I think the Bronc’s just got found wanting. I don’t believe the boys come to a game just not wanting to have a go. I think there is likely a deep lack of confidence that what they have to offer is just not up to scratch. I might be off the mark but that’s how I see it at the moment. [/QUOTE]

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